Under a partnership with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV), GKN developed engine support capabilities for single-engine aircraft like the Gripen fighter.

The Gripen multi-role fighter aircraft can perform a wide range of air-to-air, air-to-surface, and reconnaissance missions by using a modern range of weapons.

The aircraft features delta wing and canards, along with a digital fly-by-wire flight control system.

As part of a separate contract, Saab will deliver airworthiness management, engineering support, maintenance, repair and overhaul, spares replenishment, and updates of technical publications for Gripen fighters operated by the South African Air Force until February 2020.